Best Trendy Table Hotspots Restaurants in Ukrainian Village
7 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Lao Peng You
Handmade noodles and dumplings in a small counter-service space with serious depth of flavor.
Notable Picks
#1
Lao Peng You
8.7
Lao Peng You is a West Town Chinese noodle and dumpling shop founded in 2019 by brothers Daniel and Eric Wat, known for hand-made dough, deeply flavored broths, and long but worthwhile lines. The compact counter-service room works for casual dates or solo bowls when you want thoughtful takes on dan dan noodles and beef noodle soup. Expect a short menu focused on a few specialties rather than broad American-Chinese standards.
Must-Try Dishes:
Beef Noodle Soup, Dan Dan Noodle, Pork & Chive Dumplings
What Makes it Special: Handmade noodles and dumplings in a small counter-service space with serious depth of flavor.
#2
Boeufhaus
8.7
Boeufhaus is a French- and German-inspired brasserie and steakhouse on Western Avenue where dry-aged steaks, French onion gratinée, and bistro sides are treated with fine-dining technique. Locals treat it as a small, serious meat-focused dining room for lingering dinners, strong wine, and rich sauces rather than a quick neighborhood steak stop.
Must-Try Dishes:
Dry-Aged Ribeye, French Onion Gratinee, Boeuf Fat Fries
What Makes it Special: Intimate brasserie marrying serious steakhouse cooking with French bistro technique.
#3
Feld
8.6
Feld is a one-Michelin-star, farm-driven tasting menu in Ukrainian Village where 20-plus courses move quickly around a small, theater-in-the-round dining room. The kitchen leans into hyper-seasonal produce and precise, often delicate compositions that highlight relationships with local farmers.
Must-Try Dishes:
Turnip in Benton ham dashi, Cherry-seared scallops with sherry butter, Mussel bagna cauda
What Makes it Special: High-contact tasting menu where nearly every seat doubles as a chef’s counter.
#4
Silli Kori
8.2
Silli Kori is a cozy Wicker Park Thai spot where curries, noodles, and small plates are served in a brick-lined room with a small cocktail bar and seasonal patio. Diners lean on it for relaxed dinners that feel a notch nicer than takeout while still staying casual and neighborhood-focused.
Must-Try Dishes:
Pad Thai, Red Curry, Son In Law Eggs
What Makes it Special: Brick-lined Thai dining room with cocktails and a leafy back patio.
8.1
Pizza Friendly Pizza is a carryout window and alley patio specializing in thick Sicilian squares with slow-fermented dough and inventive toppings. It’s the move when you want one or two serious slices with drinks in the courtyard rather than a full sit-down meal.
Must-Try Dishes:
Pepperoni & Basil, Sausage & Giardiniera, Miso & Mushroom (Vegan)
What Makes it Special: Sicilian pan slices from a rock-and-roll alley window and patio.
8
Nikko Sushi Izakaya brings a full Japanese izakaya experience to Division Street with maki, sashimi, and grilled skewers served in a multi-level, softly lit space. Locals use it for casual date nights and small groups who want an all-you-can-eat option but with a little more atmosphere than classic AYCE joints.
Must-Try Dishes:
The Bulls Roll, Pork Belly & Scallion Yakitori, Assorted Nigiri Plate
What Makes it Special: A modern izakaya where AYCE sushi meets skewers, cocktails, and a multi-level dining room.
Worthy Picks
Vibes:
Brewery & Beer Garden Republic
Group Dining Gatherings
Birthday & Celebration Central
Trendy Table Hotspots
Fatpour Tap Works is a multi-level sports bar and restaurant at Division and Damen with dozens of taps, big screens, and a menu that runs from pizzas and burgers to chicken wings and chicken-and-waffle bites. It’s the move for big-game outings where you want wings backed by a serious beer list and lots of seating.
Must-Try Dishes:
Chicken Wings, Grilled Chicken Wings, Chicken and Waffle Bites
What Makes it Special: Large-format sports bar with wings, pizzas, and a big tap list.